Ratings & Reviews for Minwax Wood Finish Color Series Oil-based Clear Tint Base Semi-transparent Tintable Interior Stain ( 1-quart )
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What Customers Are Saying
Customers overwhelmingly praise this wood stain for its rich, true-to-color finish and effortless application. Most highlight smooth, even coverage without streaking, fast drying times requiring often just one coat, and excellent results for DIYers and beginners. The low odor compared to traditional oil-based stains is frequently commended, making it suitable for indoor projects. Many appreciate the wide shade range and how it enhances natural wood grain. A few report inconsistent results when spraying or on certain wood types, though these remain isolated concerns. Overall, reviewers strongly recommend it for professional-looking results.
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Bought aged barrel, it was more like a gray/blue paint. Nothing close the sample.
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Color wasn't close
Would Not RecommendOrdered "Rustic Cherry". Should have known I was in trouble when the splash on the can was purple. Tested on a piece of red oak and pine and it came out dark purple. Anybody need a gallon of stain for a kids room?
We apologize if you were not satisfied with the color of the stain for your project. Since each type of wood can take the stain differently, we do r...
Tented grey
Would RecommendGreat stuff
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Minwax poly
Would RecommendVerified Purchaser
Does not act like a stain.
Would Not RecommendI got this in the Colton Blue color. The color itself is fantastic, but it does not actually stain the wood. There is very little penetration. It sits on top even after a couple coat tries. Had I realized this, I would’ve just painted with a similar color. It might be a look you like depending on what you need, but the most important thing to know is it DOES NOT function like a typical stain.
Thank you for your review. Since the Color Series Stain needs to penetrate, it needs to be applied to bare wood. If it is remaining on top then the...
Color match paint
Would RecommendIt was a custom color, color match, and it was very close to the color I needed
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Great product
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My husband uses this product on all his construction jobs now. It is such good quality and holds up so well. Last years if applied correctly on all jobs. The coverage is exceptional. The instructions are very accurate and described very well. Drys quicker than I thought would also.
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Stain
Would RecommendWas a mix and matches well
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Can add multiple coats to darken color
Would RecommendThe color stays true when custom mixing colors.
From Wood Finish Color Series Oil-based Clear Tint Base Semi-transparent Tintable Interior Stain ( 1-gallon ) Verified Purchaser
Very good quality!
Would RecommendPerfect color quality
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You can color match this oil base stain
Excellent match and easy to apply
From Wood Finish Color Series Oil-based White Tint Base Semi-transparent Tintable Interior Stain ( 1-quart ) Verified Purchaser
Get this stuff, its awesome
Would RecommendI've loved the colors that I can get , this s my second color, came out beautiful.
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Excellent product.
Would RecommendExcellent product, makes the grain of the wood really stand out.
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Paint
Would RecommendThe paint department was able to make the color that I needed
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We apologize if you were not satisfied with the color of the stain for your project. Since each type of wood can take the stain differently, we do r...